Peristerona, Paphos

Peristerona
Περιστερώνα
village
Peristerona is located in Cyprus
Peristerona
Peristerona
Location in Cyprus
Coordinates: 34°59′26″N 32°29′21″E / 34.99056°N 32.48917°E / 34.99056; 32.48917
Country Cyprus
DistrictPaphos District
Elevation
408 m (1,339 ft)
Population
 (2001)[1]
 • Total198
Time zoneUTC+2 (EET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+3 (EEST)
Postal code
8810

Peristerona (Greek: Περιστερώνα) is a small village located in the Paphos District of Cyprus, 9 km south of Polis. Hidden among the mountains of the area, the settlement of Peristerona Paphou maintains the traditional elements of Cypriot architecture, while there are plenty of those who build their country houses or hotel units in the area, encouraging foreigners and locals to visit the settlement. The village overlooks from above the vast peninsula of Akamas and the dam of Evretos.[2]

This charming Cypriot village, can be found a short 15-minute drive away from the coastal towns of Polis Chrysochous and Latchi, as well as a 40-minute drive from Paphos. It is renowned for its commitment to preserving the allure and cultural heritage of Cyprus.[3]

  1. ^ Census 2001
  2. ^ "Peristerona Paphou - Cyprus". Cyprus. Retrieved 2019-07-17.
  3. ^ "Peristerona - The Villa Group". www.thevillagroup.co.uk. Retrieved 2023-07-16.